Attorney Employment Opportunities

Locations: Anchorage or Juneau

Salary: $87,282–$99,840

Apply Now: https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-PDPS-02.html

Job Duties: The Department of Law is looking for talented, energetic, and hard-working attorneys for a two-year fellowship in our Anchorage or Juneau office. If you want to be a part of a collegial, collaborative, and intellectually-challenging workplace, we hope you will consider joining us. The Department will be evaluating and hiring for these positions on a rolling basis as applications are received. Applications received after February 16, 2025 will be considered if positions remain open. Individuals who would like additional information about the position may contact Stacie Kraly at (907) 465-3600 or by email at stacie.kraly@alaska.gov. 

Fellows will be assigned to the Civil Division’s Professional Development and Public Service section, where they will gain practical, hands-on legal experience while enjoying the personal satisfaction of serving the residents of Alaska. The section supervisor is a skilled practitioner who will be responsible for offering incoming fellows a training and orientation program that is specifically designed to help each fellow contribute to the Division’s mission immediately. In addition to the section supervisor, each fellow will also be assigned a senior attorney to act as their mentor. Pairings will be based on the substantive interests of the fellow and whether they are interested in agency advice, trial court litigation, or appellate practice. The goal of the program is to provide a pathway for gaining specialized knowledge, essential skills, and experience to qualify for permanent employment in the Department.

Each fellow will manage their own caseloads and participate in the full range of work handled by the Civil Division. This will include partnering with attorneys in other sections to work on a wide variety of civil matters including child protection, natural resources, employment, workers’ compensation, torts, governmental management, environment, oil and gas, health and social services, and legislation and regulations. It will also include advising a wide variety of state clients, including state agencies, governmental officials, public corporations, and licensing boards and commissions. The fellow will assist with legal advice projects, as well as participate in the full range of work handled by the Division. This includes reviewing discovery, drafting legal pleadings, attending hearings, working on civil appeals to Alaska’s superior and supreme courts, sitting on moot courts for other attorneys, and presenting at least one oral argument. Near the end of the fellowship period, the fellow will be eligible to apply for any open attorney positions at the Department.

Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

Salary and Benefits: Salary depends on experience and ranges from $87,282–$99,840 annually.
*37.5-hour work week
*12 paid holidays
*Eligibility for part-time teleworking
*Generous leave accrual
*Alternative workweek
*Health benefits
*Flex schedule
*Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
*Potential for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
*Variety of retirement plans

(Posted 1/17/25)

Salary: $87,282–$99,840

Apply Now: https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-PDPS-01.html

Job Duties: The Department of Law is looking for talented, energetic, and hard-working attorneys for a two-year Fellowship, specializing in child protection, in our Anchorage office. If you want to be a part of a collegial, collaborative, and intellectually-challenging workplace, we hope you will consider joining us. The Department will be evaluating and hiring for this position on a rolling basis as applications are received. Applications received after February 16, 2025 will be considered if the position remains open.

This specialized Fellowship position will be assigned to the Civil Division’s Child Protection Section to handle child-in-need-of-aid cases, with support from the Professional Development & Public Service Section supervisor. The Fellow will gain practical, hands-on legal experience while enjoying the personal satisfaction of serving the residents of Alaska. The attorney may also have the opportunity to work on child welfare policy and participate in special projects aimed at improving the child welfare system in Alaska. Some travel within Alaska may be necessary.

In addition to the section supervisors, each Fellow will also be assigned a senior attorney to act as their mentor. The goal of the program is to provide a pathway for gaining specialized knowledge, essential skills, and experience to qualify for permanent employment in the Department.

The caseload is heavy and focused on litigation. Each Fellow will manage their own caseloads and may have the opportunity to participate in other work handled by the Civil Division. This may include partnering with attorneys in other sections to work on a wide variety of civil matters. It could also include advising a wide variety of state clients, including state agencies, governmental officials, public corporations, and licensing boards and commissions. The Fellow will assist with legal advice projects, as well as participate in the full range of work handled by the Division. This includes reviewing discovery, drafting legal pleadings, attending hearings, working on civil appeals to Alaska’s superior and supreme courts, sitting on moot courts for other attorneys, and presenting at least one oral argument. Near the end of the Fellowship period, the Fellow will be eligible to apply for any open attorney positions at the Department.

Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

Salary and Benefits: Salary depends on experience and ranges from $87,282–$99,840 annually.

*37.5-hour work week
*12 paid holidays
*Eligibility for part-time teleworking
*Generous leave accrual
*Alternative workweek
*Health benefits
*Flex schedule
*Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
*Potential for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
*Variety of retirement plans

(Posted 1/17/25)

Clapp Peterson Tiemessen Thorsness LLC has a position available for an associate attorney with experience in civil litigation. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and highly organized, with a minimum of two years’ related experience.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary depending on experience $100,000. Send letter of interest, resume and three professional references to kmo@cplawak.com or fax information to (907)479-7966 Attn: Administrator. EEO/AA.

(Posted 1/16/25)

Salary: Up to $162,452

This is the only current vacancy in the Municipal Attorney’s Office- Civil Division. The attorney filling this position should be a seasoned litigator qualified and eager to serve the public by conducting civil litigation on behalf of the Municipality of Anchorage in state and federal courts at the trial level and on appeal.

SOME ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: taking primary responsibility for litigating cases assigned to the attorney, this attorney will also provide pre-litigation advice and advice regarding settlement and further review from adverse decisions and may be called on from time to time to provide advice outside of litigation in the areas of the attorney’s particular expertise. This attorney will also consult with and provide backup for other litigating attorneys in the office regarding those attorney’s cases and receive consultation and backup from other attorneys as necessary. Over time, and as appropriate, this attorney will hopefully take on additional responsibilities mentoring and training, and eventually supervising, less experienced litigators. 

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage.

 Example of Duties: Assistant Municipal Attorney positions function as an assistant to the Municipal Attorney to provide the full range of legal services on requests from the Mayor, Manager, Chief Executive Officers and Municipal Assembly, either directly or through the Municipal Attorney as appropriate and assigned. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferences: At least 5 years of civil litigation experience, in both state and federal court, including experience having primary responsibility for crafting overall litigation strategy, preparing dispositive motions, presenting oral argument, and conducting trials.

Significant autonomy and should thus be seasoned litigators who require minimal day-to-day direction and possess excellent judgment.

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/moa/jobs/4593797/municipal-attorney-ii-range-23-exe

(Posted 1/13/25)

Salary: $117,624 Minimum

Deadline: 1/21/25

The Alaska Labor Relations Agency settles disputes between public employers and public employee representatives. We are a small but mighty Agency – the NLRB of the public sector. Staff are neutrals who adjudicate disputes through a quasi-judicial process along with our six-member Board. This position has been newly reclassified as an attorney position to fulfill more of the Agency’s statutory mission.

Full details and application instructions here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4788051/hearing-examiner-1-pcn-07-1033?keywords=hearing%20examiner&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

(Posted 1/13/25)

$4041.75 Minimum Biweekly

The Alaska Court System seeks an experienced Deputy Human Resources Director to join our leadership team.  This is a unique opportunity to assist in overseeing HR functions within a unified court system and play a vital role in upholding justice for Alaska’s citizens. The incumbent will provide advice and counsel to manager, supervisors, judicial officers, and employees on a wide variety of human resources and employee relations issues. They will also assist the Human Resources Director in the creation and review of classification processes for the court.

Minimum Qualifications: Three years of professional human resource experience in employment law compliance, employee/labor relations, payroll, recruitment, classification, or training; OR three years of advance professional administrative or managerial experience where a substantial part of the duty assignment was the performance of human resource work; OR five years of experience as a supervisor with the Alaska Court System; OR graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree.

Preferred but not required: SHRM-CP or SCP Certification from the Society for Human Resources Management.

Benefits: We provide health insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, a retirement plan, 12 paid holidays, personal leave, Supplemental Benefits System (SBS), and Deferred Compensation Plan (optional). A moving and relocation allowance may be available.

To Apply: Apply at Workplace Alaska – Court Jobs by Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:00pm

(Posted 1/9/25)

Locations: Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau
Salary: $87,282­–$139,542
Deadline: 1/27/2025

Apply Now >> https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-ENV-01.html

Job Duties: This attorney will represent the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation on a variety of transactional, administrative, and litigation matters relating to the agency’s Division of Spill Prevention and Response, Division of Air Quality, Division of Environmental Health, and Division of Water.  The attorney’s caseload would likely include a wide variety of environmental matters including general agency advice to each of the four divisions; work on the cleanup of contaminated sites, response to oil spills, cost recovery, air and water project permitting, permit compliance, and permit enforcement; review and defense of oil spill contingency plans; and handling administrative appeals of agency decisions. The attorney may also assist in the development and review of regulations and legislation related to environmental law and in the agency’s response to requests for public records. 

Alaska AGO: Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

The Civil Division represents all executive branch agencies, from offices throughout the state, working to serve the public interest in a variety of ways.

The Civil Division represents all executive branch agencies from our offices throughout the state. We work to serve the public interest in a variety of ways: Governmental Services & Public Integrity; Natural Resources & Statehood Defense; and Protecting Vulnerable Alaskans. For more information about the Department of Law, including a description of each Civil Division section, please visit our website at https://law.alaska.gov/department/civil/civil.html#sections.

Salary and Benefits: Salary depends on experience and ranges from $87,282­–$139,542 annually.

*37.5-hour work week
*12 paid holidays
*Eligibility for part-time teleworking
*Generous leave accrual
*Alternative workweek
*Health benefits
*Flex schedule
*Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
*Potential for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
*Variety of retirement plans

(Posted 1/9/25)

The Municipality of Anchorage Municipal Prosecutor’s Office is hiring full-time and part-time (20 hours per week) prosecutors to handle misdemeanor prosecution of violations of Municipal Code. Tasks include screening and taking cases to trial. We are interested in both entry level and experienced attorneys. Salary range is $74,377.17 to $140,923.60.  Starting pay is typically at $105,000 or better, depending on experience. While we do not offer fully remote work, we do allow some flexibility to work from home a few days a week, as long as the person is residing in the Anchorage\Mat-Su area and all court calendars are covered. Interested persons may contact the Municipal Prosecutor at dennis.a.wheeler@anchorageak.gov for more information.

(Posted 1/6/25)

Artio Law, a start-up law firm, seeks a full-time Associate Attorney to join its hybrid transactional and litigation team. The Firm practices business and transactional law, civil litigation, estate planning, landlord-tenant law, probate, and real estate law. The Firm’s Partners have experience in family law and personal injury and accept these cases on a limited basis. More family law and personal injury cases may be accepted if the Attorney is willing to learn or has the necessary skills.

Location and Hours

• Full-time 
• Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (In-office during regular Firm hours)
• Anchorage, Alaska

Compensation

• Up to 50% per billable hour collected

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision or sponsored reimbursement program for such benefits

• Malpractice insurance

• Flexible vacation schedule
• Paid Parking

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation in the Firm’s practice areas
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, and other court documents
• Represent clients in court, mediations, and dispute resolution forums
• Collaborate on non-billable tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Alaska Bar Association or eligibility via UBE transfer or good standing in another jurisdiction
• 0-5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in the Firm’s practice areas
• At least one year of active litigation experience (preferred but not required)
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines
• Proficiency in legal software (e.g., Microsoft Office, CLIO, Lexis+)
• Commitment to professional development and continuing legal education
• Alignment with the Firm’s values of integrity, client service, and excellence

Application Process: Send your Resume, Writing Sample, and References to Frontdesk@ArtioLaw.com.

(Posted 1/2/25)

Job Title: Experienced Attorney
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Job Type: Full-time
Description:

Yuraq Legal Services LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Family Law and a commitment to providing excellent legal services.  Knowledge of probate would be a plus. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on legal matters and provide strategic guidance.
• Maintain strong communication and rapport with clients.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Conduct legal research and draft documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to develop case strategies.

Requisite Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Alaska Bar and in good standing.
• Experience in family law litigation and settlement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Consistent and predictable patience.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and precisely meet deadlines.
• Works and plays well with others.

Additional Skills that Can Help, but are not Requisite:

• Experience with Clio client management system.
• Experience with Tools and Editing in Adobe.

Benefits:

• Brand new office on LaTouche!
• Lunch included every Friday.
• Collegial and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible hours.
• Can consider a hybrid approach to include working from home.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, lowest wage per billable hour is $130.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and your own writing sample in an email to yuraqlegal@gmail.com and make the subject line say, “Attorney Application” and include your name.  You can attach a cover letter or use the body of the email as a “cover letter.”

Yuraq Legal Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

(Posted 1/2/25)

Henshaw Law, LLC is seeking a motivated full-time associate attorney to join its growing civil litigation practice located in downtown Anchorage. The firm represents clients in a variety of practice areas, we are looking for an addition to our family law team. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Alaska and have organizational, and interpersonal skills in addition to meeting deadlines, the ability to deliver quality work, and have at least one year of trial experience. Competitive starting salary of $130k+ in addition to generous benefits and monthly bonus incentives. Salary depends on experience. Prior family law experience is a plus but not required and we will consider lateral hires.

Please email your resume, writing sample, and cover letter to brittany@henshawlawak.com.

(Posted 1/2/25)

Compensation:

• Annual Salary: Negotiable annual salary based on experience. Pay range is a base salary of $100K – $170K, depending on experience.
• Case Generation Bonus: 10% of any fees billed and collected by the firm from work you originate through independent sources. Bonus is paid quarterly.
• Work from home (in Anchorage) so long as hours, in-person appearances, and other client obligations are satisfied.
• Billable Hour Minimum: 1700 Annually, pro-rated monthly.
• Though rare, some travel may be necessary.

Caltagirone Legal, LLC seeks a senior-level attorney to help grow its team and practice. Caltagirone Legal, LLC is a multi-jurisdictional boutique litigation firm based in Anchorage and currently expanding to the East Coast. Firm owner Peter Caltagirone is licensed in six states and an experienced litigator in jurisdictions throughout the country. Caltagirone Legal provides high-quality legal services to individuals, small and large businesses, native corporations, and government entities in Alaska and California. We also serve as local counsel for national firms.

We aim to provide legal representation to our clients with the goal of minimizing the “pain” of having to hire legal counsel, a task which can be daunting for many. We accomplish this goal by:

• Communicating with our clients clearly, consistently, and in layperson’s terms.
• Providing excellent client service.
• Driving solutions that are efficient, with an eye toward the client’s overall goals, while minimizing the disruption to our clients’ business, daily life, and/or bottom line.
• Maintaining a level of ethics and professionalism that is above and beyond in all our interactions, both inside and outside the legal community.

We are primarily litigators. Representative cases involve Alaska-specific natural resources law, aviation law, commercial litigation, administrative proceedings, personal injury, and real estate matters.

The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator who has experience litigating before administrative agencies, and can handle Alaska cases from intake through resolution with minimal oversight. Most importantly, we welcome a candidate with a solid legal mind who seeks to learn in a collaborative and supportive environment, enjoys challenging themselves with rewarding and hard work, and looks forward to growing their practice and professional development inside our burgeoning firm.

Please submit – via e-mail – a resume and three references, along with a short paragraph explaining why you’re interested in the position. The position will remain open until filled.

Mr. Peter Caltagirone, Esq.
Caltagirone Legal, LLC
825 W. 8^th Ave., Suite 200
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
pjc@caltaglegal.com   
www.caltaglegal.com

(Posted 12/31/24)

Schwabe is a premier Northwest regional law firm serving the needs of businesses in seven key industry sectors: Technology; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Consumer Products, Manufacturing and Retail; Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction; Ports and Maritime; and Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations. We have offices in four states, in the cities of Portland, Bend, Salem, Seattle, Vancouver, Anchorage, and Mountain View. Schwabe has a culture based on collaboration, innovation, and a drive to help our clients achieve success.

Schwabe currently has an opening in its Anchorage, AK office for a full-time litigation associate. The ideal candidate will have:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• 5+ years of litigation experience, including drafting and arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and trial preparation 
• Experience in general business litigation or complex commercial litigation
• Excellent academic credentials and professional references, as well as solid legal research, writing, and communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work hard in a team-oriented setting, but with significant independence
• Strong client service ethics
• Alaska State Bar admission or eligibility for reciprocity highly preferred

Candidates should submit PDFs of their cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, and a writing sample directed to Michelle Baird-Johnson, Schwabe’s Senior Director of Talent Acquisition & Integration. Inquiries are maintained in confidence.

​Schwabe is proud to be Mansfield Rule Plus Certified. This certification recognizes the structural changes and actions we have taken to diversify leadership in our firm. Learn more here: Mansfield Rule Plus Certification.

• The pay range for this position is $155,000 – $200,000, depending on job skills and legal practice experience relevant to the position. The position is also eligible for discretionary merit bonus consideration at the end of each calendar year. A listing of benefits can be found here: https://www.schwabe.com/benefits-and-firm-paid-expenses.
• In order to cultivate our collaborative culture and better serve our firm clients, most lawyer positions at Schwabe require in-person work in our offices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with flexibility on Mondays and Fridays to work offsite.

Schwabe is committed to cultivating and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion because it makes our firm better. People from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

(Posted 12/24/2024)

CINA/Delinquency/Criminal Attorney II-IV – Office of Public Advocacy, Appeals and Statewide Defense

The Office of Public Advocacy, Appeals and Statewide Defense Section (ASD), is currently hiring an attorney to represent indigent clients in Child in Need of Aid (CINA) cases, as well as in a mix of juvenile delinquency matters and criminal trial cases. Our unit also handles criminal appeals, post-conviction relief applications, and some guardianship proceedings, so there are many opportunities to diversify your practice according to your interests.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with indigent clients, litigating CINA or related cases, and handling a high-volume caseload. We also prioritize a dedication to high-quality representation of our clients, a desire and ability to work in a close-knit team environment, and a willingness to cross-train in areas outside your specific practice to assist your coworkers when necessary.

This is a flex Attorney II-IV position based in Anchorage, but there may be opportunities for travel throughout the state. Compensation includes comprehensive benefits: a minimum of five weeks of paid leave, retirement, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. Some moving expenses may be reimbursed. Salary range is commensurate with experience, between $90,012 and $139,542 annually.

To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, writing sample, and references to brooke.berens@alaska.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

(Posted 12/23/2024)

Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) is recruiting for a full-time (35 hours per week) staff attorney in the Anchorage office to resolve civil-legal problems impacting Alaskan veterans’ most basic needs. Created with the generous support from the Bob Woodruff Foundation, the position will provide direct civil legal assistance to veterans, with the goal of improving the social determinants of health for veterans across Alaska. The Veterans Services Staff Attorney will have responsibility for addressing legal matters related to healthcare and other earned benefits, discharge upgrade work, housing, and more.

Required: Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Alaska or admitted to practice in another state and be eligible for an Alaska Bar Rule 43 waiver. Information on Bar admission or requirements for a waiver can be found at www.alaskabar.org. Computer proficiency (Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Internet, e-mail and data entry).

Highly Desired: A demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of veterans and low-income individuals; and a background working in cross-cultural situations.

Salary $66,145-$99,218 DOE. Generous benefits and leave package provided, including partial reimbursement of relocation expenses. Personal leave begins at six weeks per year for a full-time employee. ALSC observes 15 paid holidays.

Applications: ALSC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please email a cover letter, writing sample, and resume that includes three professional references to: careers@alsc-law.org.
About Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC): As a private, nonprofit law firm, the mission of ALSC is to provide civil legal aid to those who cannot afford it. Through our work, we empower people and communities throughout Alaska to protect their safety, their health, and to promote family stability. Through advocacy, education, collaboration, and litigation, we empower individuals, protect fundamental rights, strengthen communities, create opportunities, and achieve justice.

(Posted 12/13/24)

The Chenega Corporation and its family of companies (“Chenega”) operate in all 50 states and over 20 countries.  With over $1B in annual revenue and 8,000+ employees, Chenega is the largest Alaska Native Village Corporation and was the 4^th largest Alaska owned company in 2024.

The Chenega legal team provides critical legal guidance on a wide range of business matters, including dispute resolution (litigation, demands, EEOC claims, investigations, and other disputes), regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, and more. Corporate Counsel works directly with the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel to drive strategic initiatives and help safeguard Chenega’s interests. 

This position is in-person based in Anchorage, Alaska. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with litigation, claims, and disputes.
• Work with outside counsel to manage claims and develop settlement strategy.
• Assist with internal investigations and provide internal legal support for external investigations.
• Strategize with senior leadership on dispute resolution.
• Identify risks and propose alternative solutions to mitigate risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other agreements.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

• Law degree from an accredited law school and minimum of 3 years legal experience.
• Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: civil litigation; employment law; Small Business Administration 8(a) program; government contracting.
• Must be a member in good standing of the Alaska Bar Association, or a member in good standing of another states’ bar association and become a member of the Alaska Bar within the first year of employment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Total compensation depends on experience and ranges from $145,000 to $175,000 annually
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accrual
• 401k matching
• Health benefits
• Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits

This position is in-person based in Anchorage, Alaska. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze information and identify the relevant factual and legal issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, including the ability to make oral presentations.
• Ability to write clear, concise, accurate, and complete legal documents and reports.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply fact-finding and investigative methods, techniques, and procedures.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)

• The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
• During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Native preference under PL 93-638.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

(Posted 12/13/2024)

Littler Mendelson P.C. is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 0-6 years of labor and employment law experience to join the Anchorage office. Candidate must be licensed to practice law in Alaska or eligible for admission.

ABOUT LITTLER: Littler is the largest global employment and labor law practice in the world exclusively devoted to representing management. With more than 1,800 attorneys in over 100 offices worldwide, Littler serves as the single source solution provider to the global employer community. Consistently recognized in the industry as a leading and innovative law practice, Littler has been litigating, mediating and negotiating some of the most influential employment law cases and labor contracts on record for over 75 years.

Littler’s unparalleled commitment to labor and employment law helps clients navigate a complex business world with nuanced legal issues—building better solutions for clients’ toughest challenges. With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, Littler is fully focused on its clients.

BENEFITS: We offer a generous benefits package to full-time and part-time employees working at least a 50% schedule. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision plan for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children. In addition, we provide a superior 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, mental health programs, family building and caregiving, generous paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, flexible spending accounts, and an employee referral bonus program.

For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please e-mail Recruiter Howard Chung at hchung@littler.com with the job title in the subject line.

Littler Mendelson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $140,000 to $190,000

(Posted 12/11/2024)

We welcome you to join us as a sex crimes prosecutor at the Office of Special Prosecutions.  This position offers a unique opportunity for a highly specialized caseload in a challenging and rewarding area of prosecution. 

The caseload consists of sexual assault and sexual abuse of a minor cases and you will serve as an expert on the topic. In addition to prosecuting cases in any location in the state, you will also provide advice and assistance to law enforcement agencies and mentor other prosecutors. The expertise you will share includes:

• a victim-centered approach
• obtaining search warrants
• effective seizure of evidence
• presenting scientific evidence at trial

You may also serve on multidisciplinary teams developing guidelines and suggestions designed to increase successful investigation and prosecution of perpetrators while minimizing trauma to victims.  

This position requires you to be familiar with Alaska’s criminal justice system and laws, have extensive trial experience, a history of handling complex criminal prosecutions, and a demonstrated commitment to working with victims of sexual assault and sexual abuse. Travel within the region is required, including for trials that may last several weeks.

Salary is determined by the experience of the selected candidate with a starting range of $87,282 – $139,542. More information and application instructions may be found on the Department of Law website at: http://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 12/5/2024)

The Alaska Institute for Justice (AIJ) is hiring an Executive Director to lead its mission of promoting justice and equity for underserved communities, including immigrants and Alaska Native populations.  The ideal candidate will be passionate about the mission, have at least 10 years leadership experience, be licensed to practice law in Alaska (or have the ability to become licensed within 6 months), and have experience in strategic planning, financial management and fundraising. AIJ headquarters is located in Anchorage, Alaska. The annual pay range for the Executive Director is $150,000-$180,000.

For more information on AIJ or to see the full position announcement please visit https://www.akijp.org/. Applicant screening will begin October 14, 2024; however, the position is open until filled.  To learn more about the position or to apply contact consultant firm managing the recruitment at info@nokomisstrategies.co or call (307) 851-2274.

(Posted 12/5/2024)

Workers’ Compensation Hearing Officers serve as a designated chair of the Alaska Workers’ Compensation Board hearing panels. Under the general supervision and direction of the Chief of Adjudication, the incumbent chairs formal hearings, controls procedures, rules on the admissibility of evidence, and applies and interprets pertinent statutes and regulations. The incumbent analyzes legal issues, evaluates lay and expert testimony, and deliberates with other panel members to decide claims and petitions. The incumbent drafts decisions and orders satisfactory to the majority of the panel and legally sufficient to survive appellate review. The incumbent holds pre-hearings, conducts mediations, and evaluates settlement agreements.

This is a flexibly staffed position, offering a clear path for career progression. Depending on your training and experience, you may be hired at either the I or II level. If you start at the lower level, you’ll be assigned increasingly complex cases as you gain the experience to perform at the higher level. Once you demonstrate proficiency at the higher level and meet the minimum qualifications, you’ll have the opportunity to be promoted to the higher range, further advancing your career.

Salary: starts at $3,359.25 – $3,845.25 biweekly with competitive benefits.

COMPLETE POSITION POSTING: Workers’ Compensation Hearing Officer I/II

(Posted 12/3/24)

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is hiring new and experienced attorneys for its Anchorage office to handle adult criminal, juvenile, parental defense, and commitment cases. Salaries for Agency attorneys vary by experience and location. Anchorage salaries vary from $90,012 – $134,979 annually. Benefits for permanent attorneys include paid leave, health insurance, two mandatory matching retirement accounts, and one optional deferred compensation retirement account.

The Alaska Public Defender Agency is a statewide public defense organization committed to the highest standards in indigent defense. We utilize a vertical representation model, with attorneys representing clients from the beginning of a case through trial. Attorneys handle all aspects of cases for our clients – advising clients on offers, filing motions, conducting evidentiary hearings, overseeing investigation, and conducting trials. Travel to remote Alaskan communities may be necessary. All travel expenses are covered by the State.

Applicants should be able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume practice and should possess strong writing, analytical, oral advocacy, and interpersonal skills. Applicants should be able to work independently to research and compose legal briefs and oral arguments. Applicants must be admitted to the Alaska Bar, be willing to sit for the next Alaska Bar exam, or be eligible for bar admission by reciprocity. Prior legal experience preferred.

If interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample of 15 pages or less, and three references by email to PDARecruitment@alaska.gov. The legal writing sample should reflect the applicant’s own work without significant revision from others. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

(Posted 12/3/24)

The Department of Law’s Office of Special Prosecutions seeks a full-time attorney specializing in cyber-crime prosecution. Responsibilities include handling cases such as exploitation of children, criminal use of computers, and consumer protection statewide. The role involves managing a trial caseload, advising, and training law enforcement and prosecutors, and providing expertise on digital evidence and computer forensics. The attorney will also focus on human trafficking issues, collaborating with federal and state partners, and engaging communities to address trafficking through training and active participation. Ideal candidates should possess strong prosecutorial skills, expertise in digital evidence, and sensitivity in working with young witnesses. Extensive travel throughout Alaska, including rural areas, is required.

Salary is determined by the experience of the selected candidate with a starting range of $87,282 – $139,542. More information and application instructions may be found at: http://www.law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 12/3/24)

The Department of Law, Office of Special Prosecutions, is recruiting for a full-time permanent Assistant Attorney General to serve in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU).

The MFCU is a federally mandated and funded investigative and prosecutorial unit consisting of three attorneys, six criminal investigators with partial commissions, a forensic accountant, a paralegal, and a law office assistant. The mission of the unit is to investigate and criminally or civilly prosecute fraud by health care providers, health care facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, pharmacies and other providers that illegally divert Medicaid funds, and abuse or neglect residents in Medicaid funded facilities. 

Attorneys are responsible for supervising health care fraud investigations; criminal, civil and administrative litigation; providing advice to partner agencies; and drafting legislation and regulations. Health care fraud cases involve complex white collar crime and may be prosecuted through either criminal prosecution or civil litigation. This is a unique opportunity for a talented and experienced attorney to handle high profile multi-million dollar cases involving health care issues on the national level.

The ideal candidate will possess several years of experience working as a criminal prosecutor, a civil litigator or both, be highly self-motivated, creative in thinking about litigation, and be willing to aggressively charge health care fraud cases. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with document intensive civil and / or criminal investigations and complex litigation generally.

Salary is determined by the legal background and experience of the selected candidate with a starting range between approximately $87,282 – $139,542. A comprehensive state benefits package is provided.

Application instructions and more information about the position and its benefits may be found on the Department of Law website at:  http://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 12/3/24)

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? The Anchorage District Attorney’s Office is seeking attorneys to prosecute violations of criminal law. Our mission is to seek justice, promote public safety and public respect for government through prompt, effective, and compassionate prosecution of cases in a manner that advocates for the interests of all victims, respects the law enforcement agencies, responsibly stewards public resources, and holds offenders accountable while at the same time protecting the constitutional and legal rights of the accused.

Anchorage is the largest office in the Criminal Division. This is a good location to spend your entire career, or to start out and receive some basic training before transferring to one of the rural offices. Applicants should have strong oral advocacy skills. Prior trial experience and experience in the practice of criminal law is a plus, but is not required. This position requires the ability to think critically and reason logically; the ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing; the ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a deadline-controlled atmosphere; and the ability to manage numerous matters simultaneously. If you believe you have the right skills for the job, we would like to hear from you.

Salary is determined by the experience of the selected candidate with a starting range of $87,282- $134,979. More information and application instructions may be found at: http://www.law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 12/3/24)

Job Duties: The Torts, Workers’ Compensation & Corrections section is recruiting for a full-time attorney to represent the Department of Corrections and its employees in civil matters filed by prisoners. These cases include petitions for post-conviction relief involving the Alaska Board of Parole; time accounting claims; administrative appeals of institutional disciplinary decisions to the Superior Court; defending Department employees named as defendants in civil rights lawsuits; and agency advice. The attorney’s duties incorporate all aspects of civil litigation defense in both state and federal courts, including investigation, discovery, dispositive motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and trial and appellate work. Some travel may be required. Flexible schedules and hybrid work from home arrangements may be available.

The Torts, Workers’ Compensation, & Corrections Section promotes a collegial, collaborative, and supportive work environment. You can expect to work with committed and positive team members and supervisors to represent the state’s interests.

Alaska AGO:  Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

The Civil Division represents all executive branch agencies from our offices throughout the state. We work to serve the public interest in a variety of ways: Governmental Services & Public Integrity; Natural Resources & Statehood Defense; and Protecting Vulnerable Alaskans. For more information about the Department of Law, including a description of each Civil Division section, please visit our website at https://law.alaska.gov/department/civil/civil.html#sections.

Salary and Benefits:  Salary depends on experience and ranges from $87,282­–$139,542 annually.
*37.5-hour work week
*12 paid holidays
*Eligibility for part-time teleworking
*Generous leave accrual
*Alternative workweek
*Health benefits
*Flex schedule
*Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
*Potential for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
*Variety of retirement plans

(Posted 11/21/24)

The Alaska Court System (ACS) invites applications for Access to Justice Staff Attorney. Under general direction, this position will support the statewide Early Resolution Program (ERP) and Modification Resolution Program (MRP). This is a grant-funded position authorized through June 2026, with funding expected to continue. The incumbent will spend 25% working to promote ACS goals under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grant and 75% in support of the ERP and MRP Programs. They will screen newly-filed divorce and custody cases involving self-represented litigants to determine the likelihood of settling any or all of the issues. Regular duties include: identifying case issues and possible outcomes, preparing documents for ERP and MRP hearings, answering procedural questions, attending and coordinating hearings, teaching hearing and trial preparation classes as needed, and assisting with special projects, legal research, writing, website content, and forms development.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school. Preferred: past or present membership in a state bar association; mediation training and experience.

Compensation: $3,528.75 bi-weekly (range 20). The successful applicant may have opportunity to advance to range 22 in the future.

How to Apply: Submit a letter of interest, comprehensive resume, writing sample (up to 10 pages) using plain language, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information to: ACS Human Resources, 820 W. Fourth Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501; or in one (1) attachment via email to recruitment@akcourts.gov.  Open until filled.

For detailed job and benefit information, please visit http://courts.alaska.gov/hr/index.htm.

(Posted 11/21/24)

Anchorage:  Special Projects Attorney I/II/III – Alaska State Commission for Human Rights

Salary Range: $78,819 – $102,862 DOE
The Human Rights Commission is an executive branch agency within the State of Alaska, Office of the Governor, established under the Alaska Human Rights Law, AS 18.80.   The Commission is seeking a Special Projects Attorney I/II/III to:

Serve as the outreach coordinator 

Serve as the training coordinator

Undertake special legal research projects and other legal tasks assigned by the executive director

Assist the Hearing Unit in preparing and presenting discrimination cases at public hearings, conduct reviews of investigative files and make recommendations regarding the sufficiency of the evidence in investigations

Conciliate resolutions to complaints in which the Commission has found substantial evidence of discrimination. 

This position requires well developed legal research and writing skills, negotiation and analytical skills, a high degree of professionalism and organization, and excellent written and oral communication skills.

This is a flexibly staffed position. The applicant will be heavily evaluated on their marketing, social media, presentation, and community engagement skills/presence due to the significant tasks associated with outreach. Graduation from an approved school of law is required for the Attorney I level. Admission to the Alaska State Bar is required for the Attorney II level. Admission to the Alaska State Bar and at least two years of legal experience is required for the Attorney III level. Knowledge of anti-discrimination law and litigation experience are preferred, but recent law school graduates are strongly encouraged to apply. A valid driver’s license is required.

Interested candidates must submit an up-to-date resume, cover letter, a professional writing sample of no more than two thousand words, a power point presentation, and at least three employment references.

For the full job description and to apply please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/4735521

(Posted 11/19/2024)